When you begin your training to become a Pilates Teacher, I don’t think we grasp just how rich, varied and fascinating the history and origins of the Method is, not just Joseph Pilates himself but all the Elders and second generation teachers. This month I had the incredible opportunity to attend the Authentic Pilates Conference… Read more »
Although Joseph Pilates consistently believed that the Mat exercises provided a complete, whole body workout, “In these exercises, the student stretches, flexes, bends, twists and rolls the body in a very precise and exacting manner which progressively works every portion of the body from head to toe.”* he also designed, invented and constantly refined equipment… Read more »
Combining Pilates and strength training is the perfect recipe for longevity, whole body health, functionality & well being. Each supports, enhances and complements the other, bringing fantastic benefits and gains. Pilates provides whole body integration, dynamic alignment & stability, increases proprioceptive awareness, joint mobility and much more. The aspiration of Pilates is to increase the… Read more »
With an unwavering passion for Pilates and a heart full of love for my son, my dog Fletcher, and the joy of travel, I’ve dedicated my life to teaching, practicing, and sharing the transformative power of movement. My journey began at 16, training as a dancer at The London Studio Centre. After sustaining injuries to… Read more »
I trained as a professional dancer in the mid 90s and after 10 years in the industry I decided to sidestep into Pilates as it felt like a natural progression where I still got to use my body for my work, but more importantly I got to help others to use theirs. I was extremely… Read more »
“The deep breathing which is an integral part of every evolution keeps blood well aereated: fully oxygenated and ‘clean’ “ [1] Joseph Pilates believed taking full and complete inhalation & exhalation through each exercises, fresh, oxygenated blood would be pumped to every cell in the body and take away fatigue-inducing toxins. He even invented a… Read more »
The results from our “How Much Should I Charge?” survey are in! The purpose of the survey was to gather information on price & price structures, regional differences and market area differences, in the hope of helping teachers when setting their prices or changing prices which can sometimes be tricky and a cause of anxiety!… Read more »
As Pilates teachers we have honed, perfected and excelled in our use of language to express our intentions and communicate. We may use visual demonstrations as another tool to enhance a participant’s understanding of an exercise, but what about the power of targeted tactile cueing to provide invaluable feedback and sensory input? To further clarify,… Read more »
It is just over a month before our next Pilates Retreat in Tarifa, Spain and I am already dreaming of our Pilates heaven. Joining me on a Pilates Retreat is a unique experience to deepen your knowledge, insight and understanding of Pilates both on a professional and a personal level. It is the ideal opportunity… Read more »
